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How Meetup started

Meetup is social networking website that helps its users to arrange meetings locally. The meetings that are arranged are ranged from topics such as movies, health, pets, politics and other interests.

Meetup.com was founded by Scott Heiferman, Matt Mekker, and Peter Kamali on June, 2002. Inspiration came from the book "Bowling Alone"- which explains the decline in neighborhood relations in US.

During 2002 to 2003, this website was one of worlds fastest growing social networking website. Mainly politicians has used it to organize meetings and has been heavily used by political campaigns in US and gained popularity during 2004 and most users registering at it signed for Dean in 2004, Clark in 2004 and Kerry in 2004.

This website announced that it would collect charges from local Organizers from August, 2005.

Meetup development:

Interests and groups on this website has been increasing from its start and the real push for it came during the 2003 political campaign when Democratic Presidential nomination started to use to conduct their grass root movement. Meetup.com revenue came from monthly subscriptions paid by local organizers. From August, 2005 this website announced to collect charges from local organizers.

During March, 2005 members reached 1,595,165 members registered with it (according to official website). It also has 194,472 local groups covering 5,454 different topics. Meetup removed local groups without paying organizers and also groups which has less than 5 or less members. It reported having 1,643,652 members, 5,484 topics and 99,731 local groups during July, 2005. The Meetup official website reveals that it has 5.7 million members, 8,340 different topics and 58,936 groups as on September, 2009.

Current usage:

Meetup is currently used to organize meetings with people locally. It is a form of real social networking where people meet. This website has different groups which grown to more than 2000 in number and thus makes easy to organize a local group or join one of existing group to meet face to face.

Members can start their own group and people from that area will join and meet them. Members need to enter their US zip code and for other countries, the city they live and the topic they are interested.

Members can choose from existing topics and it has presently 8,340 listed. You need to join a group and there are around 66,725 as on September, 2009. You can browse groups by a topic you interest and also search.

The groups are organized by an Organizer or Assistant Organizer and are called "Meetup Events" or "Meetups". When a Event has been scheduled, the members of the group has the right to tell whether they attend or not. The group members respond by selecting "Yes", "No" or "Maybe". Meetup does not charge for signing up or attending a Meetup or joining a group. It charges the organizer of the group.

User benefits:

The Meetup website differs from other social networking websites as it allows its users to meet face to face. The user can form into groups locally and meet regularly.

The following are some of the benefits of using Meetup.com:

1. Find other people locally who have similar interests as you.
2. You can get involved in local meetups (meetings organized) organized in your area.
3. By attending the meetups you can learn, teach and share knowledge.
4. Through meetups you can get new friends in your locality.
5. You can be proud to be part of community that is local or international.
6. Companies can promote their product/service by organizing meetups locally.
7. You can organize different campaigns in your locality this is proven by political campaigns successfully organized.

To join and participate in Meetup.com website, you need to register. Registering at this website requires you to provide the following: your real name,password, email id, country and city.

After you register search for topic or interest near a place you like to attend. If there exists no group on your interest near your place you can start your own.

The member who owns/start a group is called "Meetup Organizer" and charges for the organizer of a group as in following plans:

1. $12 per month for a period of 6 months.
2. $15 per month for a period of 3 months.
3. $19 per month.

You can join this website for free and you can also join group without any fees. Some group organizers may charge its members for attending an event. These costs may involve room rentals, prizes cost, and others.

The Organizer plans when and where to schedule a meeting. The members of that group may RSVP to its organizer by telling whether they attend that meeting or not by "Yes" or "No" or "May Be". The schedule of group appears in the Group's calender.

Worldwide usage:

According to Alexa.com, meetup.com was used extensively in United States forming 78%, United Kingdom forms 4% of users and the rest from Canada, India and Australia.

Meetup official website reveals that it has 5.7 million members and it organized 179,000 monthly meetups around 11,507 cities in the world.

Ever wondered where Santa came from and just how he achieves the amazing feat of delivery a Christmas gift to every home around the globe?

If you're wondering what the evidence is for Santa Claus, here's a collection of ten interesting facts about Santa himself:-

1. His origins appear to be in the 4th century when Saint Nicholas, Bishop of Myra, in Turkey, was kind to children and legend has it that he threw gifts from a window to poor children
2. As early as 1773 the name appeared in the American press as "St. A Claus,", later becoming Santa Claus
3. The author Washington Irving gave Americans their first detailed description of Saint Nicholas, describing him as "a chubby little man with a jolly smile, drawn by a team of reindeer"
4. First seen in poetry in 1823, when Clement Clarke Moore made him even more famous with "The Night Before Christmas", including the names of eight reindeer (not including Rudolf, who was to appear in 1939 as lead reindeer). This is one of the best loved and most re-told Christmas poems.
5. Historical letters from Santa, dating back to 1849, including well kept & interesting copies for the children of JRR Tolkien, are available both online and in print
6. First pictures & publicity, illustrator Thomas Nast, who depicted a rotund Santa for Christmas issues of Harper's magazine from the 1860s to the 1880s, including his toy making. You can see these images at http://www.sonofthesouth.net/Original_Santa_Claus.htm
7. "Is there a Santa Claus" was the title of an editorial appearing in the September 21, 1897 edition of the New York Sun, ending up with the much publicised verdict, "Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus"
8. In 1930, an image of Santa was used by a well known drinks company in a Christmas advertising campaign-big, depicting his white beard, black boots and a big red coat. This is the image that we know and love of him today.
9. In 1939 Rudolf, the ninth reindeer, is introduced by writer Robert May. His "very shiny nose" achieves almost instant fame, through songs such as "Rudolf the Red nosed reindeer" and later, TV and movie appearances.
10. In 1999, image recorded by SETI, search for extra terrestrials monitoring, you can actually see an image of the old man himself.

So, this Christmas, don't blink or you'll miss Santa whizzing through your home with his sack of presents.

And as you fall asleep this holiday season, don't loose too much sleep wondering on the mystery of just how he leaves gifts and fills stockings for millions of children around the world.

From the painting by John William Waterhouse based upon the poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson. It has also been portrayed in song by Loreena McKennitt adaptation of the poem.

During the Pre-Raphaelite period John William Waterhouse did his most famous painting based on the famous love poem. In millions of homes around the world women have a distinguished place for The Lady of Shallot. Much of John William Waterhouse's other works also have a fond place the heart of many a romantically inclined young lady, provoking images of yesteryear, when knights were bold and ladies wore silks and petticoats. The legend of Camelot and of King Arthurs knights has inspired romance throughout the centuries. The Pre-Raphaelite period is also known as the romantic period of artwork, bearing fruit to a large number of artists from that school, and none better known than our subject.

The young model that features in The Lady of Shalott also appears as the main character in many of John William Waterhouse's other paintings including the sequel, "I am half sick of shadows" said the Lady of Shalott. The Pre-Raphaelites being from around the time of Alfred Lord Tennyson, did do a number of paintings based around this very theme of melancholy love. Mind you not much has changed over the years, as painters, musicians, story writers, movie makers, and poets who have been able to capture the mood of melancholy love invariably became popular in their own right. Romantic love is part of our culture and not much is going to change that, which will please a lot of people, especially women.

The Great Barrier Reef structure is an amazing work of art of the many tiny living organisms under the sea. It is included in the 7 natural wonders of the world and is located at Queensland, Australia. It is the biggest and most popular reef system in the whole world, which makes it a favorite tourist destination.

Stay and Enjoy at any Great Barrier Reef remarkable luxury hotels. There are many 5-star luxury hotels surrounding the barrier that can surely provide you with the most perfect get away experience.

Angsana Resort and Spa Great Barrier Reef - Start a calming retreat in one of the most beautiful luxury hotels, Angsana Resort and Spa. Angsana Resort is located at 1 Veivers Road Palm Cove Cairns Queensland, Australia. It is the single most priced resort in the whole Palm Cove.

Every Angsana suite offers a breathtaking experience. Suites are equipped with an exclusive sun terrace, barbecue area and swimming pool. Be swayed to a perfect romantic get away with beach front view and airy patios. Suites are also provided with basic room necessities such as big living rooms, elegantly styled dining areas, mini bars and small kitchenettes.

Couran Cove Island Resort - Discover this resort for an adventurous get away. The resort is located at John Lund Drive, Hope Harbour, Marina Ho Gold Coast, Australia.

Couran Cove pampers its guest with a wide variety of water activities surrounding the area. Activities include a kids club, Jet Ski tours, helicopters, seaplanes and kayaks. The resort offers recreational equipments for rent. It has 324 rooms with absolutely stunning views from the surrounding waters. Standard rooms are provided with phone, cable television, fast Internet, an in-room safe, mini bar, refrigerator, coffeemaker and hair dryer. Pets are not accepted in this hotel.

Palazzo Versace - Palazzo Versace is a 5-star luxury hotel with a classical touch of Renaissance elegance. It is located at Seawood Drive Main Beach, Gold Coast Australia.

Palazzo Versace is a mixture of Italian structure and craftsmanship. It is the summary of Donatella Versace's choice of style and fashion. Inspired by different global destinations Palazzo Versace was born. Each room in this luxurious hotel offers Sony Playstation, CD Player, DVD Player, movie rentals, individual air-conditioning and voice mail messages on the telephone. Check in time is at 2:00 PM and check out time is at 11:00 AM.

Ones and zeros. How much of our lives are dictated by the ones and zeros floating around somewhere out there in cyber space? More than we know I am sure. It is a brave new world, and we are a part of it whether we like it or not. We have even created for ourselves magical worlds where we can become anything we have ever dreamed, and a few things that we would never have had the imagination for. Access to these worlds is gained through the same portals through which we do our banking, shopping, communicating, scheduling, etc. etc.

In these worlds, we can communicate with other adventurers like our selves, who are tired of the mundane, day-in day-out of our real existences and desire only to feel the rush of pillaging a new dungeon, gaining the next level, forging a new weapon. What is it in human beings that drive us to escape our lives? People can be blissfully lost for days in a novel, hours in a movie, minutes in a song. Why? Besides the obvious fact that the real world can be a brutal place, I would guess that it has something to do with the fundamental desire in humans to be free.

These escapes provide relief from the constraints of reality. The last thing going through a level 56 mage in the midst of a raging battle with a fire breathing dragon is the fact that the garbage has to go out and the rent is due tomorrow.

In Azeroth there is no such thing as annoying land lords - and if there was you could probably just chuck a fireball at them and boom - problem solved. The interesting thing about the new worlds being created online is that the lines between reality and fantasy are growing increasingly blurry. Some of these virtual communities have evolved into real world economies, with all the risk and reward associated with real markets. It was inevitable, when ever you have demand for anything, you will eventually have some one who will be willing to supply what is demanded, and some one else willing to pay for it.

As a result, there have been real world industries created to service the ever growing demands of the virtual worlds. If you don't want to spend the hours it takes to develop your online character, you can spend the money to buy one - all leveled up, all geared up and ready to go! I heard of one case where one particular weapon in an online game sold for $1500 real money and that was a few years ago Just recently a man was arrested for hacking into hundreds of online accounts for one particular game and stealing weapons and other equipment valued at tens of thousands of dollars - real money! These stories are not new by any means, but the underlying concept is significant.

Many online games will allow you to buy their virtual money with your real money. And if you did the math, I would be willing to bet that some of these game world currencies are doing better than some of the real world currencies right now. This notion of a feasible trading market in a virtual world challenges the idea that the only real commodity being traded is time - some one spends x amount of hours creating a virtual asset that some one else buys for x number of dollars. When you can buy and sell dollar-to-dollar so to speak into a money market that is based on demand in a virtual economy, what kind of questions does that start to raise? What kind of opportunities does that create? Through out history, technology has created new markets and new opportunities to create business. From the first ocean faring ships that brought back spices, to continent crossing rail roads that united the new world, technology has continually driven commerce.

So by the power of internet, we have been creating new worlds, and new economies have been born out of them. New companies are establishing claims and staking out territories. These companies operate in the real world with real money, but at the same time, they don't...or they have decided that ultimately there is no real difference. You can buy their virtual gold with your real money. You can also sell your virtual assets for real money.

The lines between reality and fantasy are blurry. Is that character fantasy or an asset when you could sell it to pay the mortgage? Regardless, many people are finding that they prefer a little bit fantasy once in a while. It makes it a little easier to be a dish washer most of the time when you can be a level 80 Paladin the rest of the time. Welcome to a new world order built out of ones and zeros and fueled by the global need to escape.

Divorced dating can be difficult to consider for the newly divorced. There can be a lot of scars and mixed emotions that result after a divorce. Sometimes, these feelings can linger for years and cause a divorcee to be leery of even thinking about dating again. Regardless of the situation that led to the divorce and whether or not it was amicable, there will come a day when you will feel like venturing out again.

When you do feel like getting back into the dating world, you may have found it has changed dramatically since you were first out there dating. If you were married for many years or even decades, you may feel timid and overwhelmed unsure where to look for someone to date. You may also be uneasy and a little scared about going out with complete strangers.

One place to turn to is online. If you inquire as to what your divorced friends are doing for social dates, they may already be online looking for someone to spend time with. If you are ready for dating after a divorce, you may be pleasantly surprised as to what the internet has in store for you.

You can now register for dating services in the UK that let you get to know the person first. This prevents you from wasting time of sitting through a boring dinner with a blind date you already know you do not want to see again. Divorced dating online, you can review profiles and choose to instant message someone you find interesting. A lot of divorced men and divorced women find this option a lot more comfortable than meeting somewhere before they even really know anything about the other person.

Divorced online dating can put you at ease and let you be yourself online. You can even be specific as to what exactly you are looking for. If you want to just find a friend you can go the movies with or dinner occasionally, you can specify that on your profile. You can also let someone know upfront if you have children or if you are ready for a serious relationship and done with casual dating. Being perfectly honest on your profile and with those you chat online with is really the best thing for you and for your potential dates. If you try to inflate your personality or hide your true self, you are only really preventing yourself from meeting someone who might be perfect for you. Divorced dating will only be more frustrating for you if you are not truthful about your needs and expectations.

There are many benefits to connecting on this level and then investing your time with someone after you are sure you want to. You are much more likely to strike up friendships and relationships that are more fulfilling than if you just out searching on your own. Divorced dating online is really the way of dating after a divorce for anyone regardless of their needs. You may stumble across your true soul mate.

Salt Lake City hotels welcome each and every one of their guests. They provide the best of service and amenities to every guest that resides in their hotel. With top-class facilities like complimentary breakfasts to delicious lunch made by on-site restaurants, every hotel has something special to offer. Along with ski-resorts and other exciting sport features are provided to those who show the desire to spend their winter outside in the snow, skiing down hills. You can even bring your pets along for some cool weather. Who wouldn't like to take a break off Miami heat and enjoy the chilly weather of Salt Lake City? Salt Lake City hotels offer the best you could imagine of. Just come over and have a look for yourself.

Welcome to Metropolitan Inn. This lovely little cozy hotel is situated in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is only one and a half blocks away from the Transit Express Light Rail Station. With the crazy hustling and bustling of the city, an average traveler gets tired. But the Metropolitan Inn offers the best comfort you could ask for. When you are done exploring the city, you can come back to the hotel and enjoy its quiet and peaceful environment. It is only three blocks away from the Salt Palace Convention Center and only four blocks away from the Energy Solutions Arena. Along with that, if you are in the mood for some shopping then the Gateway Shopping Center is only several miles away.

The hotel offers complimentary high-speed internet access in the business center. If you are a corporate traveler then you need not worry because the hotel offers the best internet facilities to those in the executive lounge. Complimentary wired internet is also provided in the lobby. You may attach your laptop to the portal and surf the internet without a worry in the world. Complimentary continental breakfast is also offered in the dining hall. The food is fresh and delicious to eat while the staff is utmost friendly and kind. A heated outdoor pool and spa tub is also present for those who wish to enjoy it. Free parking is provided to all. Coffeemakers, cable television and weekday newspapers are provided to all guests.

The business center is the premium attraction of the hotel because it is well equipped with all the variety of equipment you require to work for your corporate cause. Pets are allowed. You can bring your furry little friend and enjoy the city without leaving them at home. The pool in the hotel also offers a smaller pool for the pets. That absolutely sounds amusing if you want your little friend to enjoy the vacation as much as you are. The Metropolitan Inn is a nice looking place to spend your trip in. It is affordable and cozy while being up-beat and trendy. It is a nice package for all those traveling Salt Lake City.

Days Inn Airport Hotel is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is only three miles away from the Gateway Shopping Center and Movie Complex. It is also five miles away from the Sorenson Multi-Cultural Center and the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. With its lovely location, Days Inn provides you the best of navigational access to different parts of the city. If you are in the mood for some action, go out for skiing with your partners. The hotel offers information on that as well. Complimentary shuttle service to the International Airport of Salt Lake City is also provided. Wireless internet access looms throughout the entire hotel.

The rooms are spacious and well-lit. It gives a very warm and almost-happy look to the hotel. The fitness center along with the business center provides you the opportunity to work a few muscles and keep in touch with your work as well. Pets are allowed for those who don't want to leave their little friends back home.